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Dr. Sandra Aponte, MD
Tampa, FL
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Aponte, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Sandra Aponte, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Aponte is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aponte’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aponte’s office.
What languages does Dr. Aponte speak?
Dr. Aponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aponte treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Aponte diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Aponte. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
- HPV screening
- Papillomavirus test
- Cervical cancer screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- HIV Screening Test
- HIV Test
- AIDS Test
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z114: Encounter for screening for human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Uterine Polyp
- Uterine Disease
- Endometrial Polyp
- Womb Polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- N840: Polyp of corpus uteri
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Cervical Polyp
- Cervix Disorder
- Polyp on Cervix
- Uterine Cervix Polyp
- Cervical Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- N841: Polyp of cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Low-Grade Abnormal Cells on Pap Test (LGSIL)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- LGSIL Pap Test
- Mild Cervical Dysplasia
- Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of cervix (LGSIL)
Also known as:
- Hepatitis Exposure
- Hepatitis
- Viral Hepatitis contact
- Suspected Hepatitis infection
- Hepatitis virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z205: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to viral hepatitis
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Mild Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- Low-grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion (LSIL)
- CIN 1
- Abnormal Pap Smear
ICD-10 Codes:
- N870: Mild cervical dysplasia
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Which procedures does Dr. Aponte perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sandra Aponte may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aponte's office.
Does Dr. Aponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Aponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aponte accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Aponte in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aponte's office located?
What is Dr. Aponte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164622684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aponte
What is Dr. Sandra Aponte's specialty?
Dr. Aponte is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Tampa, FL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Aponte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sandra Aponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Aponte is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Sandra Aponte accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Aponte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Aponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Aponte?
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